Legislation that would expand Katie's Law passed the New Mexico…
What is Katie's Law?
In January of 2006, "Katie's Bill", which requires DNA for most felony arrests for inclusion in the database, was passed by the New Mexico state legislature in only thirty days. The bill was signed into law in March 2006 and went into effect on January 1, 2007. After passing "Katie’s Law" in New Mexico, Dave and Jayann dedicated themselves to getting similar legislation passed nationwide.
Governor Martinez is urging lawmakers to expand Katie’s Law.
It looks like the proposed expansion of Katie's Law will move …
Governor Susana Martinez conducted a press conference at 1 p.m.…
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Gov. has support for Katie's Law boost
Says she has bipartisan support
Updated: Wednesday, 02 Feb 2011, 8:23 AM MST
Published : Wednesday, 02 Feb 2011, 8:23 AM MST
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) - It looks like the proposed expansion of Katie's Law will move through the New Mexico Legislature.
On Tuesday, Governor Susana Martinez was joined by members of both political parties as she announced there is enough bipartisan support to pass the bill.
It would require that anyone arrested for any felony submit a DNA sample.
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